Goldring 1042 Cartridge

The Goldring 1042 cartridge delivers exceptional audio performance for audiophiles seeking detailed, smooth, and musical sound from their mid-budget turntables. Featuring the high-resolution Gyger S diamond stylus, it offers extended groove contact for unsurpassed resolution of fine groove modulations.

Key Features

• High-resolution Gyger S diamond stylus for detailed sound
• Replaceable stylus for easy maintenance
• Excellent channel separation and balance
• Optimised for mid-budget moving magnet turntables
• Lightweight design at 6.3g for precise tracking

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ±3dB
• Channel Balance: 2dB @ 1kHz
• Channel Separation: 25dB @ 1kHz
• Sensitivity: 6.5mV ±1.5dB, 1kHz @ 5 cm/sec
• Static Compliance: 24mm/N lateral, 16mm/N vertical
• Equivalent Tip Mass: 0.45 mg
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 24°
• Stylus Radius: Gyger S
• Stylus Type: Replaceable
• Load Resistance: 47,000 Ohm
• Load Capacitance: 150-200pF
• Internal Inductance: 570 mH
• Internal Resistance: 660 Ohm
• Cartridge Weight: 6.3g
• Fixing Centre: 12.7mm
• Playing Weight: 1.5-2.0g (1.7g nominal)